Job description

Job responsibilities

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

Person Specification

able to work across sites

Essential

• Able to work across sites

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC registered Nurse
• Educated to degree level or relevant experience/qualifications.

Desirable

• Post graduate studies or a desire/willingness to attend

Experience

Essential

• Good communication skills and able to work independently and on own initiative.

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience

Techical Skills Competencies

Essential

• Computer literacy with a wide range of software's. Databases and spread sheets.
• Experience of administration of medicines.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospitals Dorset - All Sites

Castle Ln E

Bournemouth

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Descriptions for a more detailed breakdown of the duties and responsibilities of this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ 3 in childcare or equivalent.

Experience

Essential

• A knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection.
• An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Professionals Limited

Address

Berkshire Health Authority

Bath Road

Reading

RG30 2BA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhsprofessionals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Assesses the needs of patients/families and carers; plans, delivers and evaluates high standards of evidenced based nursing care. Demonstrates concise, accurate, timely record keeping, including both written and electronic records. Displays excellent analytical ability and sound decision making in changing clinical situations.

Practices in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Councils Code: Professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses and midwives and Trust policies, protocols and guidelines. Is accountable for own practice and for appropriate delegation of care he/she gives to colleagues, nursing support workers and students.

Recognises deterioration in the physical or mental condition of the patient and takes timely action, appropriately referring to others or working with other agencies as required.

Recognises, responds to and appropriately manages emergency situations.

Develops competences and practices relevant clinical skills required to deliver care to the patient/client group e.g. venepuncture, cannulation, male catheterization.

For further information, please see the job description and personal specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse or studying towards nursing qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience as student / registered nurse
• Proven experience in a care environment

Desirable

• Experience in speciality (urgent care)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

London Road

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For all relevant information please refer to the job description and person specification documents attached.

Person Specification

Driving Licence

Essential

• You must have the ability to drive, with access to your own vehicle. A valid UK driving licence* is required and business insurance is essential to the role. (*an automatic driving license may not be accepted due to some homes having manual vehicles which staff would be expected to drive). If you hold an automatic license, please contact the recruiting manager to discuss before submitting your application.

Visa

Essential

• We cannot offer Visa sponsorship for this post or consider applications from individuals with less than two years left on existing visas as we require consistency to meet the needs of the service.

Qualifications

Essential

• Numeracy and literacy skills to GCSE level.

Desirable

• First Aid Certificate.
• Short courses that are relevant to the role i.e. First Aid, Food Hygiene, trauma led practice.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with young people with complex needs.
• Familiar with person centred planning.

Desirable

• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Devon County Council

Address

Meadowpark

Exeter

EX2 9QJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.devon.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will:

Behave consistently with the values and beliefs of the organisation and promote these on day to day basis.

Act as a role model to colleagues, always seeking to maintain the highest standards of professionalism.

Use their initiative and take responsibility for themselves and the quality of their work and the service they provide to patients.

Work as an autonomous practitioner within the integrated team providing rapid and planned assessment and treatment interventions to patients in their own homes or other community settings to enable patients to maximise their independence, health and wellbeing and remain in their own homes for as long as possible. This will be achieved through a combination of hands on clinical skills and knowledge to treat, educate and support patients on a designated caseload and by working with patients and their carers to assess, plan and implement appropriate packages of care.

For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.

Person Specification

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Able to meet the travel requirements of the role.
• Able to cope under pressure.

Desirable

• Willingness to undertake further training.

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree / Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
• Health Professionals Council Registration.
• Evidence of relevant post graduate courses / Continual Professional Development maintained portfolio.
• Reflective practitioner.
• I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.

Desirable

• Practice educators qualification.
• Relevant validated clinical courses.

Experience

Essential

• A range of post registration experience including in a health and social care setting.
• Experience of delegation to qualified/unqualified staff.

Desirable

• Experience of working in an integrated team.
• Experience of working in the community.
• Experience implementing change in clinical practice.
• Experience in rehabilitation settings.

Knowledge

Essential

• A range of evidence based Occupational Therapy clinical skills and knowledge appropriate to specialism.
• An understanding of the approaches and models of practice relevant to practice.
• A good level of knowledge in a wide range of physical and mental health conditions.
• Good level of knowledge relating to disability, equipment and adaptations.

Desirable

• A working knowledge of Occupational Therapy Outcome Measures and Models of Practice.
• Working knowledge and experience of Occupational Therapy standardised assessments appropriate to the role.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to identify and plan individual care / rehabilitation needs in partnership with patients/ their carers.
• Role modelling of good behaviour that supports teamworking.
• A positive attitude and able to act on feedback.
• Ability to praise and be supportive to others.
• Ability to communicate effectively and clearly in English in both written and verbal formats.
• Ability to understand professional and ethical issues.
• Ability to reflect on and critically appraise own performance.
• Ability to challenge poor behaviour.

Desirable

• Leadership skills.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

Droitwich Medical Centre

Ombersley Street East

Droitwich Spa

Worcestershire

WR9 8RD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hacw.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership & Quality

• Provide visible, authoritative clinical leadership and support to Clinical Nurse Specialists, Team Leaders, and MDT staff.

• Act as professional lead for nursing care, ensuring high standards of quality, safety, timeliness, and effectiveness across the division.

• Ensure nursing practice complies with professional standards, statutory requirements, Trust policies, and the NMC Code.

• Lead infection prevention and control, cleanliness, privacy, dignity, health and safety in line with the Modern Matrons Charter.

• Ensure care environments are safe, clean, well maintained, and fit for purpose.

• Provide senior nursing advice, including out-of-hours support as required.

• Promote shared decision-making and service user, family and carer involvement in care.

• Lead quality improvement, audit, research activity, and the development of tools to demonstrate nursing quality.

• Foster a learning culture by leading reviews of incidents, risks, and near misses, ensuring lessons are learned and shared.

Staff Management & Workforce

• Ensure safe, effective staffing through oversight of eRostering and workforce deployment.

• Ensure the right staff with the right skills deliver person-centred care.

• Support and deputise for the Head of Nursing when required.

• Provide line management, clinical supervision, mentoring, and performance management for Clinical Nurse Specialists and staff.

• Ensure robust systems for appraisal, PDPs, supervision, and professional development are in place, monitored, and audited.

• Identify learning and development needs, ensure delivery, and evaluate impact on care.

Governance, Performance & Service Development

• Develop, implement, and monitor quality standards, policies, and governance frameworks.

• Collect and analyse data to support audit, quality improvement, and research.

• Work collaboratively across services and the wider Trust to support service development and quality assurance.

• Promote a positive image of services and the Trust.

Communication & Engagement

• Ensure effective, respectful communication with service users, families/carers, and stakeholders.

• Support the management and early resolution of complaints and concerns.

• Work collaboratively with Inclusion, Involvement and Experience teams and investigation leads.

• Ensure service user and carer feedback is actively sought, acted upon, and embedded into service improvement.

• Use Division Quality and Risk forums to address care quality, cleanliness, and IPC issues.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/TRAINING

Essential

• Registered Nurse on NMC register
• Educated to Master's degree or currently working towards a Master's degree
• Evidence of continuing personal and professional development
• Leadership course evident or working towards
• Mentorship course

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Management experience in clinical NHS environment
• Excellent understanding of the management of safe staffing
• Significant experience of people management and effective leadership
• Ability to lead the service areas with vision and determination
• Ability to offer encouragement and support to others to foster both personal and professional development

OTHER

Essential

• Hold a full valid driving licence and access to a car to use regularly for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Roseanne House

Parkway,

Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire,

AL8 6HG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hpft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work with other staff to assess service users in preparation for multidisciplinary reviews.

To attend and contribute to appropriate team and multi-disciplinary meetings.

To maintain the highest standards of clinical record keeping and report writing in accordance with professional codes of practice of the British Psychological Society and Trust policies and procedures.

To perform other duties, appropriate to their grade, that may be required from time to time by the supervising Clinical Psychologist.

To work flexibly, in response to service user needs as agreed with the Unit.

For a more detailed description of the role, please see attached the JD and PS.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/TRAINING

Essential

• An honours degree (or equivalent) in Psychology at 2.1 or better OR
• Successful completion of a BPS accredited postgraduate Psychology conversion programme with 2.1 equivalent or above OR
• A 2.2 honours degree (or equivalent) in Psychology with appropriate additional experience (or contextual information) demonstrating academic potential.
• MSc for Clinical Associate in Psychology qualification OR nearing qualification for same.
• Eligibility for registration on the British Psychological Society Wider Psychological Workforce register.
• Satisfactory Enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service
• Ability to work independently, reliably, and consistently with work agreed and managed at regular intervals.
• Further post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice, therapeutic approaches and/ or research design and analysis.

Desirable

• Experience of undertaking a research project.
• Experience of working within acute adult mental health.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Essential

• High level communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive.
• Ability to communicate sensitive information to service users, carers, and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological resistance.
• An ability to interact with people with mental health problems.
• An ability to interact effectively with staff from all discipline.
• Experience using computers for databases or data - analysis, especially Microsoft Excel and SPSS for Windows.
• High standard of report writing.
• Competence using IT and media equipment.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingfisher Court

Kingsley Green, Harper Lane

Radlett

WD7 9HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hpft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide professional leadership and line management to senior Nursing/ Midwifery staff including ward and departmental Sisters & Charge Nurses/ Midwives, Clinical Nurse/ Midwifery Specialists and Advanced Practitioners.

To ensure that all direct reports have an annual appraisal with periodic reviews, and have a current personal development plan (PDP).

To develop and lead a recruitment and retention strategy for Nursing/ Midwifery and Support Workers in collaboration with the Divisional Human Resource Team, Divisional Nurse/ Head of Midwifery and ward/ departmental leads.

To participate in the recruitment of staff to meet the needs of the service, in liaison with ward and department leads, and the Divisional Human Resources team as appropriate.

To ensure that staff records are maintained by the Ward/ Department Manager and that the registration status of Nurses/ Midwives is verified, taking appropriate action when staff fail to maintain this.

To manage any issues of performance, capability and conduct relating to direct reports in accordance with Trust policies and procedures, in liaison with the Divisional Human Resources tea

To support and advise direct reports in the management of conflict, performance, capability and conduct issues within their teams and services in liaison with the Divisional Human Resources team and to undertake HR investigations and disciplinary hearings as and when required

To act as a role model in promoting equality of opportunity amongst staff in line with the Trusts Equality and Diversity policy as well as conducting equality impact assessments on policy and/or service changes.

To enable consultation, engagement and ownership amongst Ward and Departmental Leads, ensuring that they are informed of organisational and divisional changes and that their views and concerns are represented.

To ensure that local policies, protocols and guidelines are developed and reviewed to reflect best practice, and that staff are informed of changes and work within these

To participate in the business planning process for the Division/Directorate in liaison with the Divisional Management Team, participate in forming business cases and lead in related practice / service developments across the Trust

To lead the review and re-design of patent pathways and services to ensure that these meet the changing needs of patients whilst optimising resources.

To establish the views of patients and families, promote patient and public involvement in the evaluation and improvement of services and be responsible for the review of patient satisfaction surveys to influence service development.

To enable multi professional and multi agency collaborative working to support service and practice development which is centred on the needs of patients.

To oversee Ward and Departmental Leads in the effective management of pay and non pay budgets for the Division/ Directorate ensuring the efficient and effective use of staffing resources and supplies to achieve a balanced budget.

Review and monitor roster arrangements to ensure most effective and efficient use of the staffing resource. Ensuring that rosters are approved in line with the Trusts roster policy.

To participate in the Trustwide Establishment Review process taking lead responsibility for ensuring the ward areas are compliant with the process and ensuring timely provision of information in line with the review expectations and National Quality Board Requirements

To investigate complaints and prepare responses to any issues or concerns raised by patients and families in liaison with the M-PALS and Complaints Team as requested by the Divisional Nurse/ Head of Midwifery.

To ensure potential risks for staff, patients and visitors are identified and that incident reporting procedures are adhered to. To conduct investigations into adverse Incidents and ensure appropriate action is taken.

In agreement with the Lead Nurse/Divisional Nurse/Head of Midwifery, represent the division at appropriate Trustwide meetings and take the lead on specific streams of work as required.

To participate in Divisional, Trust and external meetings and represent the Divisional Nurse/ Head of Midwifery when required.

To participate in providing a 7 day clinical service with other Matrons and act in the absence of the Divisional Nurse/ Head of Midwifery and provide cross cover for other Divisional Senior Nurses as required.

Clinical

To work in clinical practice for a minimum of 20 percent of the time, providing clinical expertise and leadership to the team.

To undertake daily ward rounds and obtain real time patient feedback; liaise with the person in charge of the unit to assess the environment with regards to cleanliness and clinical standards.

To ensure the provision of safe, high quality care and treatment for all patients which is delivered within agreed standards, protocols and guidelines.

To monitor performance across wards and departments against agreed nursing/ Midwifery and clinical indicators and to plan improvement and development in liaison with Ward and Department leads.

To ensure that there is a robust approach to clinical incident reporting, investigation and action planning.

To ensure that policies and procedures relating to infection prevention and control are followed and that practice is audited in line with the Trust approach.

To ensure that policies and procedures relating to Medicines Management are followed and that practice is audited in line with the Trust approach.

To ensure that standards of environmental cleaning are maintained in liaison with the Trust Estates and Facilities Service, and that corrective action is taken if this falls below defined standards

To ensure that the standard of clinical documentation is maintained and that this is audited in line with Trust guidelines.

To participate in the ongoing development of clinical data systems

To identify opportunities for the team to develop their roles and scope of practice to meet the evolving needs of patients and the service.

To ensure clinical representation in appropriate Trust forums and working groups, and the dissemination of information across the service.

To provide mentorship, coaching, supervision and shadowing opportunities to individuals in order to support their development

PLEASE SEE JOB DESCRIPTION AND PERSON SPECIFICATION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE POST

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• Degree level or equivalent experience
• Master degree or equivalent experience
• Registered Nurse

Desirable

• Management qualification
• Leadership qualification

Experience

Essential

• Post registration clinical experience within the specialty
• Operational management experience in an acute hospital setting
• Experience of developing policies and protocols
• Experience in staff recruitment, appraisal and personal development planning
• Experience in managing performance, capability, sickness, grievance, and disciplinary processes
• Experience of participating in clinical audit
• Experience in investigating and responding to incidents and complaints
• Budgetary management experience

Desirable

• Experience of leading service development projects
• Experience in skill-mix review and workforce planning
• Experience in business planning
• Understanding of quality assurance and experience in leading change, innovation and practice development
• Experience of disseminating work through presentation and publication
• Experience in conducting research / implementing findings

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of current initiatives and developments related to the specialty
• Knowledge of key performance measures relating to the specialty
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Report writing and presentation skills
• Competent in use of Outlook, Word, Excel and relevant PAS / clinical applications
• Ability to organise, plan and prioritise workload to meet deadlines
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
• Understands the implications of equality and diversity in practice

Desirable

• Skills in data analysis
• Skills in service redesign (e.g. QI methodology)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Middlesex University Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6TJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further details about this job role please see the attached job description and person specification. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us via the details below.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oDegree or equivalent in Physiotherapy
• oCurrent professional registration as a Physiotherapist

Experience

Essential

• oTreatment of a broad range of conditions relating to clinical speciality
• oEvidence of leading and implementing clinical change
• oSupervision and/or mentoring of staff/students.
• oMulti-disciplinary/multi-agency collaborative working.

Skills

Essential

• oAbility to communicate highly complex pathologies and diagnostic reasoning to all levels in the medical and non-medical field at the appropriate level.
• oAble to undertake assessment in difficult complex situations
• oSound knowledge of psycho-social problems and ability to gain patient confidence and co-operation.
• oAble to work independently as lead specialist, demonstrating good leadership skills.

Knowledge

Essential

• oUnderstanding of clinical governance framework and implications for practice including audit and research governance.
• oUnderstanding of current NHS/government policy/Public Health/NICE guidelines on organisational change and the ability to adapt these appropriately to local service needs through publication of documents.
• oChange management skills

Other

Essential

• oAbility to work flexibly and travel across the service footprint to meet business needs
• oAble to work under pressure and constantly respond and adapt to frequent changes in circumstances.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Intermediate Care Residential - Wilfred Geere / Laburnum Lodge/ N3/DTA beds

Breightmet Fold Lane

Bolton

BL2 6PP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.boltonft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Transport of patients to wards and departments including emergency bed and stretcher patients.

Take specimens to laboratories.

Collect clinical waste from wards and departments.

Deliver meal trolleys to and from wards.

Delivery of equipment to wards and departments.

Attending fire response at the request of line manager.

Delivery of drugs from wards and departments including controlled drugs.

Post-room duties

Any other designated duties as and when required by the porter services management.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• An understanding of SOP's and policies relating to the area

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ2 or equivalent

Skills

Essential

• Good written and verbal skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal

Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Work with the established leadership team in the service to organise, integrate, and lead a multi-professional team in providing high quality intensive community care across the North of England

Develop strong relations with local CMHTs/crisis teams across the region to support with the smooth transition and flow of Veterans care based on their clinical need.

Work in partnership with Multi Organisational Leadership Team and LYPFT Clinical Operations Manager in the continuing development of accessible, responsive and regionally based mental health care for Veterans

Lead on the investigation of Clinical incidents in accordance with Trust Policy, complaints and service reviews and inspections.

Ensure all staff, project and budget management responsibilities are undertaken within Trust guidelines.

Act as a champion for the service, demonstrating a participative and supportive leadership style with a commitment to team working.

Manage and lead the operational functioning of the team, participating in an on-call manager role for LYPFT.

To offer robust line management and caseload management to clinicians across the team

To be responsible for other areas of Performance Management including local and national targets and being a key contributor to monthly and quarterly reporting to the OpCourage North Lead provider

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional Registration

Skills

Essential

• Partnership working, flexible leadership approaches, confident clinical/operational decision making

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience working within a mental health service (ideally within a community setting)

Knowledge

Essential

• Good understanding/passion for veteran population/culture, able to identify and maintain good quality care

Values

Desirable

• Tell us about a time when you spotted something small going wrong and did something to stop it becoming a bigger issue.
• Tell us about a time when you realised a colleague or someone you know needed a bit of support and you offered to help.
• Tell us about a time when you showed someone kindness or understanding.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Merrion House

Leeds

LS2 8LX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

About Seashell Trust Originally founded in 1823, Seashell Trust is a nationally recognised and registered charity based in Cheadle Hulme, Stockport. The Trust comprises of the Royal School Manchester, the Royal College Manchester, 17 bespoke Residential Care Homes, Outreach Health and Family Services. We provide expert Residential care and Education for children and young people with severe, profound, and complex learning difficulties and disabilities, sensory impairments, communication disorders and autism. Our fantastic services are based all on one-site, which deepens our sense of community for our children and young people and the wider Seashell team. The Role We're looking for two experienced Nursing Associates who will support the day-to-day delivery of healthcare, health monitoring, health facilitation, health promotion and clinical interventions for students with complex needs. Key Responsibilities - Contribute towards high-quality, person-centred healthcare and support the effective operation of the nursing service - Build robust relationships with students, families, education staff, therapy teams and external professionals - Assist with the delivery of health-related training where appropriate and under the guidance of a Registered Nurse - Support a designated programme of student mental health and wellbeing interventions under the direction of the Registered Nurse and wider multidisciplinary team. - Contribute to the implementation and review of healthcare plans through information gathering and health monitoring - Support the development of health knowledge and awareness amongst education and support staff Requirements - Nursing Associate Foundation Degree. - Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Nursing Associate. - Level 2 English and Maths (or equivalent). - Experience working with children, young people or adults with complex health needs. - Knowledge of safeguarding principles. Benefits - Detailed 2-week induction programme for all new employees - Access to our on-site inclusive gym, fitness classes and swimming pool - Pension scheme - Blue light discount scheme - Benenden Health Care Membership access to 24/7 GP, physiotherapy, medical treatments, mental health support including counselling service, cancer support, care planning and social care advice - Access to a wide range of vocational programmes to support you in your job role - Life Assurance (3x Annual base salary) subject to terms and conditions - Cycle to work scheme - Free on-site parking - Paid Enhanced DBS

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Nursing Associate Foundation Degree.
• Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Nursing Associate.
• Level 2 English and Maths (or equivalent).

Desirable

• Additional qualifications relating to learning disabilities, special educational needs or complex healthcare.
• Experience within a SEND school, specialist college, health or social care setting.
• Experience working with individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs.
• Experience supporting students requiring enteral feeding, epilepsy management, respiratory care or tracheostomy care.
• Experience supporting health promotion initiatives.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Seashell Trust

Address

Seashell Trust

Stanley Road

Cheadle Hulme

Cheadle

Cheshire

SK8 6RQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.seashelltrust.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

**Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a full list of duties and responsibilities**

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work as member of a team
• Ability to operate and maintain filing systems both manual and electronic
• Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the health care setting
• Ability to communicate effectively in a variety of settings
• Able to deal with sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy
• Able to present factual information and refer questions to others where appropriate

Knowledge / Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in an office environment
• Knowledge of office procedures
• Familiar with Microsoft Office

Desirable

• Experience of working within the NHS or related healthcare experience
• Experience of dealing with members of the public
• Knowledge of PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook
• Awareness of Recovery Model
• Awareness of children/vulnerable adults guidelines
• Audio Typing experience

Qualifications

Essential

• Typing/WP RSAII or equivalent or demonstrable experience

Desirable

• ECDL/ICT
• NVQ2 Business Administration GCSE English grade A-C or equivalent

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Halton Recovery Team

Brooker Centre

Runcorn

WA7 2DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.merseycare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached job description for full details.

Advertising date : 28th August 2026

Closing date : 11th September 2026

We welcome your application.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Professional Qualification and current Professional Registration as, a First Level Registered Nurse (RNMH, RMN, RNLD) or equivalent as an AHP, Social Worker or Clinical Psychologist
• Mentor Training.
• Evidence of post-registration training in clinical/ psychological interventions / skills relevant to the post.
• Proven track record of post registration clinical experience relevant to the post.
• Training in CPA (Care Programme Approach), Safeguarding, MAPPA (Multi Agency Panel for the Protection of Vulnerable Adults) and Child Protection.
• Up-to-date knowledge/experience of relevant legislation.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• 12 to 24 month band 5 qualified nurse experience dependent upon service need.
• Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, NMC standards and other local and national initiatives.

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Proven ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex mental health needs.
• Risk Assessment and Risk Management / Safety Planning skills.
• Demonstrate an understanding of effective & appropriate treatment options including a range of evidence based clinical approaches as identified in N.I.C.E. Guidance).
• Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
• Evidence of a high level of professional, organisational and leadership skills (self & others).
• Ability to adapt within a changing environment.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hopewood Park Hospital

Sunderland

SR2 0NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.

Person Specification

GOSH Culture and Values

Essential

• Our Always values

Academic/Professional qualification/Training

Essential

• A degree, preferably in a science discipline and/or relevant work experience

Desirable

• PhD/Masters or equivalent experience in research
• Professional qualification or equivalent experience

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

• Experience working in external communications / marketing team and with the media
• Experience writing engaging copy for a variety of channels, from newsletters to an intranet and website.
• Experience of staff engagement programmes and internal communications
• Experience of using a wide range of communications tools and channels, including social media, with the ability to identify the right channel for any particular audience.
• Demonstrable experience of looking for ways to improve approaches, seeking out innovation to improve outcomes for audience/s.
• Experience testing and trying new content formats and approaches, measuring and learning from the results
• Ability to work without close supervision, providing specialist advice to the organisation, working to tight and often changing timescales
• Experience of working productively in a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of building good stakeholder relations within roles
• Managing multiple projects, leading regular reviews and making changes where necessary.
• Experience using Microsoft Office 365, incl. Teams and SharePoint
• Experience of supporting effective media, external and / or digital comms plans for initiatives or projects; with tangible examples of successful delivery.
• Experience of research communications
• Understanding of research landscape within a healthcare setting
• Understanding of professional and current issues related to the NHS, and relevant fields

Desirable

• Experience working in local authority, government, NHS or voluntary organisations and health provider/s.
• Famliar with media monitoring platforms like PRGloo/Cision/Gorkana

Skills/Abilities

Essential

• Excellent writing, editing and proofing skills
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical skills to ensure the true issues are identified and appropriate actions taken to promote positive stories, to ensure effective promotion of research and innovation, and to manage the reputation of organisations and leaders
• Ability to explain complex information clearly and concisely for a diverse range of channels and audiences
• Very organised and calm under pressure, with a track record of delivering objectives against tight deadlines
• Ability to analyse complex facts and situations quickly, and develop a range of creative and appropriate options
• Good team player - involving, listening to and respecting others
• Proactive, positive and self-motivated, with the ability to organise time and work with minimum supervision
• Ability to deliver projects on time and on budget, dealing effectively with competing / conflicting demands
• Ability to build rapport and trust at all levels
• Confident and able to form credible and effective relationships with all levels of staff, including senior management

Desirable

• Project management experience
• Familiar with Adobe Photoshop or similar

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Great Ormond Street Hospital

Great Ormond Street

London

WC1N 3JH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

We recruit people based on their values and qualifications (where required) and believe that their lived experience is an advantage, this means that together we are as diverse as the communities we care for. Simply put, when we employ caring people who act with integrity and have the right skills, we can give those with mental health challenges, learning disabilities and neurodiversity high-quality care and support to live fulfilling lives, and make our staff feel purposeful, happy and valued.

All our information is available in accessible formats. Please contact the Recruitment team [email protected]

Attached to this advert is our candidates guide to values-based recruitment and supporting guidance on how to make a successful application.

If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact the Recruitment Team or see the attached candidate guide to reasonable adjustments.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.

So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read theCandidate Guide to Values Based Recruitment. This document provides you with information to help you apply.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant Core Professional Qualification -RN (Mental Health), RNLD. Evidence of post qualification development or equivalent working experience/knowledge.

Skills

Essential

• Assessment and problem solving skills particularly in the area of crisis assessment and treatment.
• A kind and caring approach when negotiating outcomes for service users, and the ability to adjust communication style with different stakeholders.
• Able to prioritize work whilst working under pressure including delegation of work to team members.
• Strong ability to assess people at risk.
• Demonstrate ability to act on own initiative where appropriate.

Experience

Essential

• Post Registration experience of working with adults of all ages with acute mental health problems.
• Experience of working with people at risk.
• Can demonstrate experience of formulating crisis plans/care plans for people in an acute mental health crisis.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of the MHA and the MCA
• An understanding of the professional role and service.
• An awareness of the limitations of the role and when to escalate to senior staff.

Values

Desirable

• Tell us about a time when you spotted something small going wrong and did something to stop it becoming a bigger issue.
• Tell us about a time when you realised a colleague or someone you know needed a bit of support and you offered to help.
• Tell us about a time when you showed someone kindness or understanding.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Crisis Assessment Unit

Leeds

LS9 7BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and personal specification

Please note this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received, we advise you submit your application early to avoid disappointment.

Person Specification

Training and Qualifications

Essential

• NNEB/BTEC Equivalent to NVQ 2 in child care or Health and Social Care

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with children with additional care needs
• Demonstrable experience of working with children and families

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Good Verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness and ability to develop knowledge and skills in complex nursing procedures to support the care of a technology dependent child and be competent in the following skills within a 3 month period; Tracheostomy skills Ventilation skills Suctioning skills Resuscitation skills
• The ability to establish good working relationships with families

Other

Essential

• Must be able to meet the travel requirements of the post.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust

Address

Severndale school

Monkmore Road

Shrewsbury

SY2 5SH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.shropscommunityhealth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)